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  • Daycare Assistant
    Daycare Assistant
    8 days ago
    $16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Queens Village, Queens

    Daycare assistant needed Must be able to multitask. Maintain constant supervision of children in your assigned group, ensuring compliance with NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) child-to-staff ratio requirements at all times. Monitor children’s physical safety, emotional comfort, and social interactions, intervening promptly and positively when needed. Assist with toileting, diapering, and handwashing routines, following strict hygiene protocols to prevent the spread of illness. Provide comfort and reassurance to children experiencing separation anxiety or emotional distress, using calm, nurturing communication. Learning & Play Support Support lead teachers in delivering developmentally appropriate activities that promote cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. Prepare and facilitate creative play experiences such as painting, building blocks, dramatic play, and sensory exploration. Engage children in storytelling, singing, and interactive reading to foster early literacy and listening skills. Encourage problem-solving, cooperation, and self-expression through guided group activities and free play. Meal & Snack Assistance Assist in preparing, portioning, and serving meals and snacks in accordance with NYC DOHMH food safety regulations. Model and encourage healthy eating habits, including trying new foods and practicing good table manners. Support children who require extra help during mealtimes, such as opening containers, cutting food, or accommodating dietary restrictions. Classroom Organization & Cleanliness Keep the classroom tidy, safe, and inviting, ensuring that learning materials are accessible and in good condition. Sanitize toys, tables, and high-touch surfaces daily, following NYC childcare sanitation guidelines. Assist in setting up and breaking down activity stations, nap areas, and outdoor play spaces. Recordkeeping & Communication Help maintain accurate attendance logs, meal counts, and incident reports as required by NYC childcare licensing standards. Share daily observations with lead teachers, noting children’s moods, developmental milestones, and any concerns. Communicate respectfully and professionally with parents during drop-off and pick-up, relaying important updates when appropriate. Outdoor & Physical Activities Supervise children during outdoor play, ensuring safe use of playground equipment and adherence to safety rules. Organize and participate in gross motor activities such as obstacle courses, ball games, and dance sessions to promote physical development. Adapt activities to accommodate varying skill levels and abilities, ensuring inclusivity. Support for Special Needs Provide individualized attention to children with developmental delays, sensory sensitivities, or physical disabilities, following any Individualized Education Program (IEP) or care plan. Collaborate with lead teachers and specialists to implement inclusive learning strategies. Team Collaboration & Professional Development Work closely with lead teachers, administrators, and fellow assistants to plan activities, solve challenges, and maintain a positive, respectful work environment. Attend regular staff meetings, training sessions, and professional development workshops, including CPR/First Aid certification, mandated reporter training, and NYC-specific childcare safety courses. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $16.50 per hour Benefits: Paid time off Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities Tips Experience: Teaching: 1 year (Preferred) Childcare: 1 year (Preferred) License/Certification: Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person

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  • Home Health Aide HHA / Personal Care Assistant PCA
    Home Health Aide HHA / Personal Care Assistant PCA
    2 months ago
    $19.65–$21.65 hourly
    Part-time
    Plainview

    Join Our Award-Winning Care Team! Right at Home, a top-rated in-home care agency, is looking for compassionate HHAs and PCAs to support clients across Nassau & Suffolk Counties. If you’re caring, dependable, and love making a difference, we’d love to meet you. Driver’s license preferred but not required. Benefits: • Flexible HHA / PCA scheduling options, • Weekly pay & Direct Deposit, • Bonuses for stacking short hour cases, • Gifts and incentives, • Paid HHA / PCA in-service, • Quick Hiring and Onboarding process, • PPE provided, • Employee referral program—up to $800, • Paid travel for client transport, • 401(k) and profit sharing HHA/PCA Key Responsibilities: • Assist clients with personal care activities including bathing, grooming & dressing, • Provide companionship and emotional support, • Perform light housekeeping/laundry and meal preparation according to dietary restrictions/preference, • Support mobility, ambulation, and transfers, • Medication reminders HHA/PCA Qualifications: • Home Health Aide or Personal Care Assistant Certificate, • Must be 18 years of age, • Reliable consistent means of communication, • Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance preferred, • High School diploma or GED, • Ability to pass a full employment background check, • Ability to read, write, speak English If you are a compassionate caregiver looking for weekday or morning work in Nassau and Suffolk County, we would love to hear from you.

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